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USA Insider Trading Pulse — August 26, 2026

USA Insider Trading Pulse

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

50 high priority 50 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

The August 26, 2026 insider trading pulse reveals a pronounced divergence between executive selling and strategic buying. A dominant theme is the heavy, pre-planned selling by C-suite executives at high-growth tech companies like DoorDash, Intapp, and Dell Technologies, where CEO Tony Xu alone monetized $6.8M in stock.

Conversely, a clear contrarian buying signal emerges from beaten-down sectors, with the CEO of Jushi Holdings making a $184K open-market purchase and the CEO of Eos Energy receiving substantial equity awards, signaling long-term conviction. A significant institutional capital rotation is underway within the Calamos fund complex, where MetLife Investment Management is executing a multi-million dollar arbitrage, selling preferred shares in one fund to buy in another. The data also shows a cluster of director-level stock awards at Aqua Metals, suggesting a board-level refresh or incentive program. Overall, the pulse points to a market where insiders are taking profits in overvalued growth names while deploying capital into distressed value and special situations.

Materiality, sentiment, and priority are scored by Gunpowder’s analysis pipeline. How we score filings →

Filing types in this digest: Form 4

Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior USA Insider Trading Pulse digest from August 19, 2026.

Investment Signals (9)

  • DoorDash (DASH) (BEARISH)

    CEO Tony Xu sold $6.8M in stock at $230 via a 10b5-1 plan, while simultaneously exercising options at $7.16. This massive monetization, coupled with a Director selling $2.28M and the GC selling $290K, creates a strong bearish signal on valuation, despite the pre-planned nature.

  • Intapp (INTAPP) (BEARISH)

    CEO John Hall sold $1.94M at ~$41.33 and CFO David Morton sold $409K, both under 10b5-1 plans. The CEO's sale represents a significant portion of his exercisable holdings, signaling a potential top in the stock's recent rally.

  • Jushi Holdings (JUSH) (BULLISH)

    CEO James Cacioppo made a bold open-market purchase of 384,112 shares for $184K at $0.48, increasing his already large stake. This is a powerful vote of confidence in the company's turnaround prospects, especially in the volatile cannabis sector.

  • LSI Industries (LYTS) (BEARISH)

    The CEO and President sold $476K and the CFO sold $166K in coordinated sales at ~$20.09. The lack of a 10b5-1 plan disclosure and the simultaneous nature of the sales by top executives is a significant red flag for near-term performance.

  • 10% owner MetLife bought $7.4M in Series I Preferred Shares at $25.00. This large, concentrated purchase by a sophisticated institutional investor signals a strong conviction in the fund's strategy and a potential discount to NAV.

  • Nu Holdings (NU) (BULLISH)

    Two directors were awarded a total of 2,373 Class A shares. While small in value, these are performance-based awards that align management with long-term shareholder value creation, a positive signal for the fintech's growth trajectory.

  • Eos Energy Enterprises (EOSE)

    The company awarded 195,130 RSUs to the CCO and CFO, and 65,044 to the CAO. This massive equity grant structure indicates a heavy reliance on stock-based compensation to retain key talent, which could be dilutive to existing shareholders but signals a bet on future growth. [NEUTRAL/BULLISH]

  • Pegasystems (PEGA) (BEARISH)

    The Chief Product Officer sold ~$102K in stock, while a Director gifted 6,242 shares. The gift, while neutral in sentiment, could be for estate planning, but the officer sale adds to a pattern of insider selling in the software sector.

  • Finance of America Companies (FOA) (BEARISH)

    The CIO sold $119K under a 10b5-1 plan. While pre-planned, the sale by a key executive in the specialty finance sector warrants monitoring, especially given the company's exposure to interest rate movements.

Risk Flags (7)

  • Four separate filings show the CEO, CAO, GC, and a Director all selling stock on the same day. This coordinated selling, even under 10b5-1 plans, creates a powerful negative sentiment and suggests the stock may be fully valued at $225+.

  • The CEO and CFO sold a combined $642K in stock on the same day without disclosed 10b5-1 plans. This is a classic red flag for potential negative news or a loss of confidence in the company's near-term outlook.

  • The Chief Product Officer sold shares at $33.98-$34.00, while the stock has been under pressure. This adds to a pattern of insider selling that could indicate a lack of confidence in the company's product roadmap or competitive position.

  • The company awarded 209,023 shares to five directors and officers in a single day. While this aligns incentives, the sheer volume of new shares issued at a low stock price (implied value ~$0.41) could be highly dilutive to existing shareholders.

  • Calamos Funds / Capital Rotation Risk [MEDIUM RISK]

    MetLife is selling Series D Preferred shares in one fund (CCV) while buying Series H/I in others (CCD, GOF). This complex arbitrage suggests a potential structural issue or a shift in the relative value of these preferred securities, which could lead to price dislocations.

  • Three Form 4 filings could not be parsed due to structured data issues. This could indicate a filing error or a lack of transparency, which is a governance red flag for investors relying on insider data.

  • The PAO was awarded 250,000 shares at $0.41, a very low price. While this is an incentive, it also signals the stock is trading near a low, and the large award could be a 'hail mary' to retain management during a difficult period.

Opportunities (7)

  • CEO Cacioppo's $184K open-market purchase at $0.48, increasing his stake to over 3.4M shares, is a powerful contrarian signal. If the company executes on its turnaround, this could be a multi-bagger opportunity.

  • MetLife's $7.4M purchase of Series I Preferred at $25.00, while selling other series, suggests a relative value opportunity. Investors could buy the Series I shares, which may trade at a discount to the $25.00 redemption value.

  • The award of shares to two directors, including Diego Piaccentini, aligns with the company's long-term growth story. As a high-growth fintech, insider alignment is a positive catalyst for patient investors.

  • The massive RSU grants to the CCO, CFO, and CAO suggest the company is betting big on its future. If the company achieves its energy storage milestones, these executives will be highly motivated to drive the stock price higher.

  • The award of shares to three directors (Henderson, Divito, Gangloff) suggests a board refreshment or a new incentive plan. This could bring fresh perspectives and strategic direction to the company's recycling technology.

  • A director bought 1,000 shares at $12.34, a small but symbolic purchase. In the context of a beaten-down homebuilding sector, this could signal that the stock is undervalued relative to its asset value.

  • The President of Home & Commercial exercised 4,349 RSUs and held the shares (after tax withholding). This is a bullish signal, as the executive chose to retain the stock rather than sell immediately, indicating confidence in the turnaround.

Sector Themes (5)

  • Tech C-Suite Profit-Taking (TECH)

    A clear pattern of top executives at high-growth tech companies (DoorDash, Intapp, Dell) selling large blocks of stock under 10b5-1 plans. This suggests the sector may be overvalued and insiders are locking in gains, a potential headwind for further upside.

  • Distressed Value / Contrarian Insider Buying

    In contrast to tech, insiders at beaten-down companies (Jushi Holdings, Smith Douglas Homes, Genasys) are buying shares on the open market. This indicates a belief that these stocks are undervalued and a turnaround is imminent. [VALUE/CANNABIS]

  • Institutional Capital Rotation in Closed-End Funds

    MetLife's activity across three Calamos funds reveals a sophisticated arbitrage strategy, selling one preferred series to buy another. This highlights the complexity of the CEF market and the potential for mispricing. [FINANCIALS/CEF]

  • Equity Awards as a Retention Tool in Energy Storage

    Eos Energy and Aqua Metals are using large equity grants to retain key executives. This is common in capital-intensive, pre-profitability sectors, but the dilution risk is high. Investors should monitor the burn rate and shareholder value creation. [ENERGY/CLEANTECH]

  • Mixed Signals in Manufacturing / Industrials (INDUSTRIALS)

    LSI Industries shows insider selling, while Kimball Electronics has data integrity issues. This creates a murky picture for the sector, suggesting that individual company fundamentals are diverging.

Watch List (7)

  • Watch for commentary on demand trends and guidance. The massive insider selling suggests the company may be facing headwinds. Next earnings expected in November 2026.

  • Monitor if the CEO's buying was a one-off or part of a pattern. The company's ability to achieve profitability will be key. Next earnings expected in November 2026.

  • Calamos Funds / Preferred Share Prices
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    Track the prices of Series I (CCD) and Series D (CCV) preferred shares. If the arbitrage continues, there may be a trading opportunity. Monitor for further MetLife filings.

  • Watch for any additional insider sales or a change in the pattern. If the CEO or CFO sells more shares without a 10b5-1 plan, it would be a major red flag.

  • The large RSU grants will vest over time. Monitor for any insider sales once the shares vest, which would indicate a lack of long-term conviction.

  • The board refreshment and equity awards suggest a strategic shift. Watch for any press releases or investor presentations outlining a new plan.

  • The director awards are small, but if they are followed by open-market purchases, it would be a strong bullish signal for the fintech giant.

Filing Analyses (50)
Legacy Housing Corp 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Director Ferguson Brian was awarded 479 Common Stock. Ferguson Brian holds 869 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Ferguson Brian was awarded 479 Common Stock
Aurora Mobile Ltd 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Director Lee Hon Sang sold 11,470 American depositary shares at $5.55 (~$63.7K).

  • · Director Lee Hon Sang sold 11,470 American depositary shares at $5.55 (~$63.7K)
Webull Corp 4 negative materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

President Denier Anthony Michael sold 53,848 Class A Ordinary Shares at $8.83 (~$476K). Denier Anthony Michael holds 2,332,295 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · President Denier Anthony Michael sold 53,848 Class A Ordinary Shares at $8.83 (~$476K)
Legacy Housing Corp 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Director Howton Skyler Michelle was awarded 479 Common Stock. Howton Skyler Michelle holds 869 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Howton Skyler Michelle was awarded 479 Common Stock
Legacy Housing Corp 4 neutral materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

Director Stouder Jeffrey Kyle was awarded 479 Common Stock. Stouder Jeffrey Kyle holds 12,902 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Stouder Jeffrey Kyle was awarded 479 Common Stock
APPLIED ENERGETICS, INC. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

President & CEO Donaghey Christopher Wayne exercised/converted 100,000 Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share. Donaghey Christopher Wayne holds 173,742 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · President & CEO Donaghey Christopher Wayne exercised/converted 100,000 Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share
  • · President & CEO Donaghey Christopher Wayne had withheld for taxes 39,850 Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share
  • · President & CEO Donaghey Christopher Wayne exercised/converted 100,000 Restricted Stock Units
AtriCure, Inc. 4 negative materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Chief Legal Officer Dahlquist Karl S. sold 9,370 Common Stock at $48.89 (~$458K). Dahlquist Karl S. holds 87,319 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Legal Officer Dahlquist Karl S. sold 9,370 Common Stock at $48.89 (~$458K)
NU RIDE INC. 4 positive materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 4,974 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.73 (~$8.61K). 6 transactions reported in total. ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE holds 301,887 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 8 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.66 (~$13.3)
  • · Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 196 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.68 (~$329)
  • · Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 500 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.70 (~$850)
  • · Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 4,974 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.73 (~$8.61K)
  • · Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 26 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.70 (~$44.2)
  • · Director ZYNGIER ALEXANDRE bought 1,822 Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 at $1.70 (~$3.1K)
FS Bancorp, Inc. 4 negative materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Chief Credit Admin. Officer McCormick Sean sold 907 Common Stock at $42.86 (~$38.9K). McCormick Sean holds 4,913 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Credit Admin. Officer McCormick Sean sold 907 Common Stock at $42.86 (~$38.9K)
Kimball Electronics, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

26-08-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

Kimball Electronics, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

26-08-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

Kimball Electronics, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 1/10

26-08-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

CABOT CORP 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

President and CEO Keohane Sean D sold 2,779 Common Stock at $85.50 (~$238K). Keohane Sean D holds 288,873 shares after the transaction.

  • · President and CEO Keohane Sean D exercised/converted 2,779 Common Stock at $50.00 (~$139K)
  • · President and CEO Keohane Sean D sold 2,779 Common Stock at $85.50 (~$238K)
  • · President and CEO Keohane Sean D exercised/converted 2,779 Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy)
ReNew Energy Global plc 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Director Narayanan Vanitha was awarded 25,959 Class A Ordinary Shares at $0.00 (~$2.6). Narayanan Vanitha holds 141,334 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Narayanan Vanitha was awarded 25,959 Class A Ordinary Shares at $0.00 (~$2.6)
Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Principal Accounting Officer Amman Bradford K. was awarded 250,000 Common Stock at $0.41 (~$103K). Amman Bradford K. holds 250,080 shares after the transaction.

  • · Principal Accounting Officer Amman Bradford K. was awarded 250,000 Common Stock at $0.41 (~$103K)
  • · Principal Accounting Officer Amman Bradford K. was awarded 150,000 Stock Option (Right to Buy) at $0.41 (~$61.5K)
DoorDash, Inc. 4 negative materiality 8/10

26-08-2026

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony sold 29,567 Class A Common Stock at $230.00 (~$6.8M). 6 transactions reported in total. Xu Tony holds 1,500 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony exercised/converted 29,567 Class A Common Stock at $7.16 (~$212K)
  • · CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony sold 29,567 Class A Common Stock at $230.00 (~$6.8M)
  • · CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony exercised/converted 3,767 Class A Common Stock at $7.16 (~$27K)
  • · CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony sold 3,767 Class A Common Stock at $230.00 (~$866K)
  • · CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony exercised/converted 29,567 Stock Option (right to buy)
  • · CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Xu Tony exercised/converted 3,767 Stock Option (right to buy)
DoorDash, Inc. 4 negative materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER Lee Gordon S sold 2,204 Class A Common Stock at $222.03 (~$489K). Lee Gordon S holds 84,332 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER Lee Gordon S sold 2,204 Class A Common Stock at $222.03 (~$489K)
BingEx Ltd 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Executive President Yu Hongjian had withheld for taxes 26 Class A ordinary shares at $0.63 (~$16.4). Yu Hongjian holds 1,874,868 shares after the transaction.

  • · Executive President Yu Hongjian exercised/converted 125,000 Class A ordinary shares
  • · Executive President Yu Hongjian had withheld for taxes 26 Class A ordinary shares at $0.63 (~$16.4)
  • · Executive President Yu Hongjian exercised/converted 125,000 Restricted Share Units
Genasys Inc. 4 positive materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

Director Malhotra R. Rimmy bought 1,000 Common Stock at $1.55 (~$1.55K). Malhotra R. Rimmy holds 197,285 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Malhotra R. Rimmy bought 1,000 Common Stock at $1.55 (~$1.55K)
PEGASYSTEMS INC 4 negative materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

Chief Product Officer Akgonul Rifat Kerim sold 1,700 Common stock at $33.98 (~$57.8K). Akgonul Rifat Kerim holds 108,049 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Product Officer Akgonul Rifat Kerim sold 1,700 Common stock at $33.98 (~$57.8K)
  • · Chief Product Officer Akgonul Rifat Kerim sold 1,300 Common stock at $34.00 (~$44.2K)
GARTNER INC 4 neutral materiality 1/10

26-08-2026

Form 4 ownership filing; the structured EDGAR document could not be retrieved for automated parsing.

IMAX CORP 4 negative materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Deputy GC, Corp. Sec. & CCO Weissman Kenneth Ian sold 8,000 common shares at $54.54 (~$436K). Weissman Kenneth Ian holds 28,205 shares after the transaction.

  • · Deputy GC, Corp. Sec. & CCO Weissman Kenneth Ian sold 8,000 common shares at $54.54 (~$436K)
BingEx Ltd 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Financial Officer Tang Le had withheld for taxes 16 Class A ordinary shares at $0.63 (~$10.1). Tang Le holds 937,407 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Financial Officer Tang Le exercised/converted 62,500 Class A ordinary shares
  • · Chief Financial Officer Tang Le had withheld for taxes 16 Class A ordinary shares at $0.63 (~$10.1)
  • · Chief Financial Officer Tang Le exercised/converted 62,500 Restricted Share Units
DoorDash, Inc. 4 negative materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 1,265 Class A Common Stock at $229.08 (~$290K). 6 transactions reported in total. Sherringham Tia holds 118,262 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 200 Class A Common Stock at $221.03 (~$44.2K)
  • · GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 100 Class A Common Stock at $222.22 (~$22.2K)
  • · GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 100 Class A Common Stock at $224.81 (~$22.5K)
  • · GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 500 Class A Common Stock at $227.84 (~$114K)
  • · GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 1,265 Class A Common Stock at $229.08 (~$290K)
  • · GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY Sherringham Tia sold 100 Class A Common Stock at $229.94 (~$23K)
DoorDash, Inc. 4 negative materiality 7/10

26-08-2026

Director Tang Stanley sold 10,134 Class A Common Stock at $225.00 (~$2.28M). Tang Stanley holds 10,361 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · Director Tang Stanley acquired 10,134 Class A Common Stock
  • · Director Tang Stanley sold 10,134 Class A Common Stock at $225.00 (~$2.28M)
  • · Director Tang Stanley disposed of 10,134 Class B Common Stock
Intapp, Inc. 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Financial Officer MORTON DAVID H JR sold 10,000 Common Stock at $40.88 (~$409K). MORTON DAVID H JR holds 120,074 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · Chief Financial Officer MORTON DAVID H JR sold 10,000 Common Stock at $40.88 (~$409K)
CALAMOS STRATEGIC TOTAL RETURN FUND 4 neutral materiality 8/10

26-08-2026

10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 600,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$15M).

  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 600,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$15M)
Dell Technologies Inc. 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Director Radakovich Lynn Vojvodich sold 2,022 Class C Common Stock at $438.21 (~$886K). Radakovich Lynn Vojvodich holds 25,267 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · Director Radakovich Lynn Vojvodich exercised/converted 2,022 Class C Common Stock at $31.14 (~$63K)
  • · Director Radakovich Lynn Vojvodich sold 2,022 Class C Common Stock at $438.21 (~$886K)
  • · Director Radakovich Lynn Vojvodich exercised/converted 2,022 Options to Acquire Class C Common Stock
LSI INDUSTRIES INC 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Executive VP; CFO Galeese James E sold 8,269 Common Shares at $20.09 (~$166K). Galeese James E holds 190,740 shares after the transaction.

  • · Executive VP; CFO Galeese James E sold 8,141 Common Shares at $19.78 (~$161K)
  • · Executive VP; CFO Galeese James E sold 8,269 Common Shares at $20.09 (~$166K)
Aqua Metals, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Director HENDERSON STEVEN K was awarded 10,427 Common Stock. HENDERSON STEVEN K holds 16,840 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director HENDERSON STEVEN K was awarded 10,427 Common Stock
Aqua Metals, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Director DIVITO VINCENT L was awarded 15,641 Common Stock. DIVITO VINCENT L holds 26,402 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director DIVITO VINCENT L was awarded 15,641 Common Stock
PEGASYSTEMS INC 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Director LEDINGHAM DIANNE gifted 6,242 Common stock. LEDINGHAM DIANNE holds 40,280 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director LEDINGHAM DIANNE gifted 6,242 Common stock
  • · Director LEDINGHAM DIANNE gifted 6,242 Common stock
Finance of America Companies Inc. 4 negative materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Chief Investment Officer Prahm Jeremy sold 6,000 Class A Common Stock at $19.87 (~$119K). Prahm Jeremy holds 173,856 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · Chief Investment Officer Prahm Jeremy sold 6,000 Class A Common Stock at $19.87 (~$119K)
Aqua Metals, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Director Gangloff Eric John was awarded 10,427 Common Stock. Gangloff Eric John holds 22,347 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Gangloff Eric John was awarded 10,427 Common Stock
Nu Holdings Ltd. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

Director PIACENTINI DIEGO was awarded 1,356 Class A ordinary shares ("Class A Shares"). PIACENTINI DIEGO holds 32,342 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director PIACENTINI DIEGO was awarded 1,356 Class A ordinary shares ("Class A Shares")
Calamos Global Dynamic Income Fund 4 positive materiality 7/10

26-08-2026

10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 157,600 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$3.94M). 5 transactions reported in total. MetLife Investment Management, LLC holds 56,000 shares after the transaction.

  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 134,400 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$3.36M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 157,600 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$3.94M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 72,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$1.8M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 20,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$500K)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 56,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$1.4M)
Aqua Metals, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Financial Officer West Eric was awarded 37,352 Common Stock. West Eric holds 100,476 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Financial Officer West Eric was awarded 37,352 Common Stock
Intapp, Inc. 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Executive Officer HALL JOHN T sold 46,845 Common Stock at $41.33 (~$1.94M). 4 transactions reported in total. HALL JOHN T holds 5,814,808 shares after the transaction. Trades executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

  • · Chief Executive Officer HALL JOHN T exercised/converted 3,000 Common Stock at $7.45 (~$22.4K)
  • · Chief Executive Officer HALL JOHN T sold 18,957 Common Stock at $40.86 (~$775K)
  • · Chief Executive Officer HALL JOHN T sold 46,845 Common Stock at $41.33 (~$1.94M)
  • · Chief Executive Officer HALL JOHN T exercised/converted 3,000 Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy)
Aqua Metals, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Executive Officer Cotton Stephen was awarded 104,818 Common Stock. Cotton Stephen holds 318,784 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Executive Officer Cotton Stephen was awarded 104,818 Common Stock
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Accounting Officer Puri Sumeet was awarded 65,044 Restricted Stock Units.

  • · Chief Accounting Officer Puri Sumeet was awarded 65,044 Restricted Stock Units
Smith Douglas Homes Corp. 4 positive materiality 2/10

26-08-2026

See Remarks Devendorf Russell bought 1,000 Class A Common Stock at $12.34 (~$12.3K). Devendorf Russell holds 317,461 shares after the transaction.

  • · See Remarks Devendorf Russell bought 1,000 Class A Common Stock at $12.34 (~$12.3K)
LSI INDUSTRIES INC 4 negative materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

CEO and President Clark James Anthony sold 23,706 Common Shares at $20.09 (~$476K). Clark James Anthony holds 609,641 shares after the transaction.

  • · CEO and President Clark James Anthony sold 23,340 Common Shares at $19.78 (~$462K)
  • · CEO and President Clark James Anthony sold 23,706 Common Shares at $20.09 (~$476K)
Aqua Metals, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

Chief Eng and Opr Officer Taecker Benjamin S. was awarded 30,958 Common Stock. Taecker Benjamin S. holds 87,274 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Eng and Opr Officer Taecker Benjamin S. was awarded 30,958 Common Stock
Calamos Dynamic Convertible & Income Fund 4 positive materiality 8/10

26-08-2026

10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 296,000 Series I Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$7.4M). 9 transactions reported in total. MetLife Investment Management, LLC holds 128,000 shares after the transaction.

  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 36,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$900K)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 244,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$6.1M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 124,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$3.1M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 36,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$900K)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 296,000 Series I Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$7.4M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 168,000 Series I Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$4.2M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 244,000 Series I Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$6.1M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 44,000 Series I Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$1.1M)
Nu Holdings Ltd. 4 neutral materiality 3/10

26-08-2026

Director Moreno Mejia Luis Alberto was awarded 1,017 Class A ordinary shares ("Class A Shares"). Moreno Mejia Luis Alberto holds 252,541 shares after the transaction.

  • · Director Moreno Mejia Luis Alberto was awarded 1,017 Class A ordinary shares ("Class A Shares")
CALAMOS CONVERTIBLE OPPORTUNITIES & INCOME FUND 4 positive materiality 8/10

26-08-2026

10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 244,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$6.1M). 9 transactions reported in total. MetLife Investment Management, LLC holds 48,000 shares after the transaction.

  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 36,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$900K)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 124,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$3.1M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 36,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$900K)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC disposed of 244,000 Series D Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$6.1M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 109,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$2.73M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 112,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$2.8M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 60,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$1.5M)
  • · 10% owner MetLife Investment Management, LLC bought 16,000 Series H Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares at $25.00 (~$400K)
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Commercial Officer Buczkowski Michelle was awarded 195,130 Restricted Stock Units.

  • · Chief Commercial Officer Buczkowski Michelle was awarded 195,130 Restricted Stock Units
NEWELL BRANDS INC. 4 neutral materiality 4/10

26-08-2026

President, Home & Com. - Com. Posthauer Robert F. exercised/converted 4,349 Common Stock at $5.93 (~$25.8K). Posthauer Robert F. holds 92,724 shares after the transaction.

  • · President, Home & Com. - Com. Posthauer Robert F. exercised/converted 4,349 Common Stock at $5.93 (~$25.8K)
  • · President, Home & Com. - Com. Posthauer Robert F. had withheld for taxes 1,259 Common Stock at $5.93 (~$7.47K)
  • · President, Home & Com. - Com. Posthauer Robert F. exercised/converted 4,349 Restricted Stock Units
Jushi Holdings Inc. 4 positive materiality 6/10

26-08-2026

Chief Executive Officer Cacioppo James bought 384,112 Common Stock at $0.48 (~$184K). Cacioppo James holds 3,409,462 shares after the transaction.

  • · Chief Executive Officer Cacioppo James bought 384,112 Common Stock at $0.48 (~$184K)
  • · Chief Executive Officer Cacioppo James bought 322,000 Common Stock at $0.49 (~$158K)
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. 4 neutral materiality 5/10

26-08-2026

Chief Financial Officer Lagi Alessandro was awarded 195,130 Restricted Stock Units.

  • · Chief Financial Officer Lagi Alessandro was awarded 195,130 Restricted Stock Units

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